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Distance from Beijing to Nantes

Straight line

8,573 km
5,327 mi · 4,629 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 13 min

Direction

NW 322°
initial bearing

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How far is Beijing from Nantes?

Beijing (China) and Nantes (France) are very far apart: 8,573 km in a straight line, that is 5,327 miles or 4,629 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Beijing, Nantes lies to the north-west (initial bearing 322°). The route crosses from China into France. The halfway point is at 61.4228°, 63.1895°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 13 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Beijing from Nantes?

The straight-line distance between Beijing and Nantes is 8,573 km (5,327 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nantes from Beijing?

Nantes is to the north-west of Beijing, at an initial bearing of 322°.

How long is the flight from Beijing to Nantes?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 13 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.